If you’re looking for an application that’s easy to use, does not cost a thing, and provides access to very useful image editing tools, then you are very well advised to check the free image editor HeliosPaint. Load photos, drawings or icons into HeliosPaint and easily start editing them.

HeliosPaint is available for Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. The Windows installation file is less than 1MB in size. When you run the installation file, you are asked to pick between a recommended Quick Installation (IncrediBar is installed alongside the image editor, your default search provider and homepage are changed) and an advanced Custom Installation (you get to choose if you want to make MyStart by IncrediBar your default search provider and homepage, and if you want to install IncrediBar). During the installation process, you will also be asked to pick one of the many languages HeliosPaint supports.

Right in the middle of HeliosPaint’s interface you can see the image you’re working on. To the left, right, below, and above, there are buttons for all the functionality it has to offer. This type of layout is typical of image editing applications and if you have ever used a similar application before, you should not have any problems figuring out how HeliosPaint works. If you do have any problems, check out the User Guide from the Help menu.

As I’m sure you’ve noticed, HeliosPaint is freeware. Consider making a donation (the amount you would spend on a cup of coffee will do) to the developer if you want to support HeliosPaint.

No price tag, multi-platform support, and powerful image editing tools, that’s what HeliosPaint has to offer.

Pros HeliosPaint is available for Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. Support for multiple languages is provided. You can choose between a Custom and a Quick installation. The interface will not pose a problem to any user. There’s a handy User Guide. Supports the most popular image formats. HeliosPaint is freeware.